2019 Renault Kadjar 1.3L Petrol · HT19 OBV

The most recent DVSA examination on 10 December 2025 resulted in a pass, which is the desirable outcome for any prospective purchaser. However, the same date also carries a failure record listing two major defects and three advisories, indicating that remedial work was undertaken to achieve the pass. The majors concerned the front windscreen washer system providing insufficient washer liquid and a malfunction indicated by the engine management indicator lamp, both of which would have required rectification before the test could be certified. Advisories were also raised for a low coolant level, an illuminated tyre pressure monitoring light, and an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on the inner edge. Looking back through the history, the Kadjar has shown a pattern of minor electrical and lighting concerns, with previous failures in December 2024 for inoperative front headlamp dipped beams and in March 2023 for headlamp aim being too high on both sides. The overall trend is not one of structural or mechanical deterioration but rather recurring minor electrical, lighting, and fluid-level issues, which are common on a vehicle of this age and are not indicative of any serious underlying defect provided the recent items have been properly resolved. With 58,401 miles recorded over approximately seven years, the Kadjar has covered a broadly average annual mileage of around 8,343 miles, suggesting regular if not extensive use. There are no anomalous gaps in the recorded mileages between tests, with the figures progressing steadily from test to test, which supports the assumption of consistent usage rather than prolonged periods of standing or conversely excessive high-mileage driving. This is a reassuring profile, as moderate and consistent use typically helps preserve component longevity, particularly in the drivetrain, suspension, and brake systems. The mileage suggests that the vehicle should not yet require major restorative work such as a timing chain replacement or turbo refurbishment, though consumable items including brake pads, discs, tyres, and possibly the clutch if manual will be approaching or past their second or third cycle of renewal. Given the advisories raised at the most recent test, a prospective buyer should first confirm that the offside front tyre has been replaced, as inner-edge wear can be symptomatic of worn suspension components, incorrect wheel alignment, or simply uneven wear from camber issues. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and rough surfaces, and pay particular attention to the steering for any pulling to one side, which could indicate tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes and ball joints. The coolant level advisory and engine management light history warrant verification that the cooling system has been inspected for leaks, that the coolant has been refreshed to the correct specification, and that any fault codes stored in the engine management system have been diagnosed and cleared with a confirmed root cause rather than simply reset. The washer system and tyre pressure monitoring light should be confirmed as fully functional, as persistent warnings often point to a faulty sensor or intermittent electrical fault rather than a one-off lapse. Beyond the recorded items, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants a comprehensive physical inspection regardless of its clean MOT sheet. The braking system should be examined for corrosion on the disc surfaces and any signs of binding calipers, particularly if the vehicle has stood for extended periods, as surface rust can lead to juddering under braking. Brake fluid should ideally have been renewed every two years regardless of mileage, and the cooling system coolant similarly degrades over time. Tyres of seven years of age or older should be inspected for sidewall cracking and perishing even if the tread depth remains adequate, and the 12-volt battery should be load-tested, as batteries typically fail between five and seven years. Finally, verify that the service history is complete with stamps at the correct intervals, confirming that oil, filters, spark plugs if petrol, and transmission fluid have been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer schedule.